Simple Gifts

Simple Gifts, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund. This version is part of the “Sounds of the Spirit” sacred songbook.

Simple Gifts in a lyrical setting for early intermediates arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight songbook.

Auld Lang Syne arranged in a lyrical contemporary style and combined with the iconic Shaker tune Simple Gifts. This showcase solo is well suited for intermediates and arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

All Creatures of Our God and King, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, begins and ends very simply, allowing for much expression. Syncopation throughout the middle of the piece gives a contemporary flair to this well-loved tune.

All Creatures of Our God and King in a contemporary setting by Lisa Shoemaker for your early intermediate level students! A touch of syncopation offers modern flair to this traditional hymn tune.

The Doxology: Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow, arranged by Robyn Fehrenbacher in a beautiful, flowing, contemporary setting. This beloved hymn is a lovely choice for preludes, offertories, weddings, recitals, and personal enjoyment!

I Surrender All, in a poignant setting, arranged by Kevin Costley. This solo is ideal for intermediates of all ages.

Trust and Obey, in an elegant setting, arranged by Kevin Costley. This solo is ideal for intermediates of all ages.

Lift Every Voice and Sing, arranged by Jennifer Eklund, in a lyrical style for intermediates and up.

Glory & Praise, is a sacred medley that combines To God Be the Glory, Praise Him! Praise Him!, and Praise to the Lord, the Almighty. This arrangement by Sandra Zylstra is ideal for intermediates and up.

O, Store Gud (Oh, Mighty God), a traditional Swedish melody with text by Carl Boberg, in a piano solo setting for intermediates. Arrangement by Chrisanne Nahum.

Hymne, composed by Rick Robertson, is a lyrical solo with a mature sound. It is highly melodic and suitable for recital or service use.

Appalachian Rhapsody, composed by Chrissy Ricker, is a breathtaking showcase solo for intermediates with varied sections of sweeping lyrical melodies and lively dance themes. This piece is part of the Rhapsodies and Reveries Volume Two songbook.

For many people, November is a month for giving thanks. This intermediate piece by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM, is a contemporary rendering of a hymn-like melody. November symbolizes a musical token of gratitude for family and friends who have been with us through good times and bad and with whom we love to spend our time. The ternary form offers an uplifting first section followed by a middle theme of more serious and reflective implication. The middle theme modulates into a return of the first in a new key, representing a triumphant overcoming of life’s struggles with the help of those we hold dear.

What a Friend We Have in Jesus arranged in a contemporary setting by Christina Mathis. This intermediate arrangement is perfect for church preludes, offertories, and recitals. You and your students will enjoy playing this lyrical arrangement of an all-time favorite hymn.

Greensleeves arranged as a contemporary lyrical solo for intermediates of all ages. Music arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the New Horizons songbook.

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

A meditative arrangement by Stacy Fahrion of Martin Luther’s Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott. This arrangement was written to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.